It Is More Than Money

Now this I say; he who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.

Each one must do just as he has purposed in his heart not grudgingly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.

2 Corinthians 9:6-7

This is about money, but it also applies to other things.  Opening our wallets and handing out money is easy, but opening our hearts and giving encouragement to others is more difficult because it requires something personal from us. 

We have so much more than money that we can give.  We can give a smile to a stranger.  We can greet a new acquaintance with enthusiasm and interest.  We can throw the ball back over the fence at the playground.  We can offer kindness to the hurting and we can celebrate with those who are joyful. 

Money helps but the real cure all for a hurting world, is human interaction.  If we see each other and share with one another and reach out with Christian fellowship to those in need, we truly share in the ministry of Christ. 

Be brave.  Be kind and caring.  Reach out.